Benin–Nigeria relations
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Benin–Nigeria relations are the bilateral diplomatic relations between Benin and Nigeria. The length of the international border between the two countries is 809 km.[1]
History
Benin has maintained good relations with the regional power Nigeria. Currently[2], there are no officially established boundaries in the area where the territories of Benin, Niger, and Nigeria meet.[1]
Trade
Informal trade continues to dominate the economic relationship between the two countries: transit trade and re-exports to Nigeria account for 20% of Benin's GDP, and approximately 80% of Benin's imports are destined for Nigeria. Factors such as Benin's unstable export base, heavy dependence on Nigeria, electricity supply issues, and inefficient government administration are among the challenges that hinder the country's economic development.[3]
See also
References
- ^ a b "The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency". Archived from the original on 2018-01-29. Retrieved 2019-10-05.
- ^ "Benin - Foreign Relations". Archived from the original on 2021-08-24. Retrieved 2019-10-05.
- ^ "Benin: Transit trade with Nigeria accounts for 20% of GDP | West Africa Gateway | Portail de l'Afrique de l'Ouest". Archived from the original on 2019-09-16. Retrieved 2019-10-05.